In order to keep roads in good condition, construction is necessary. But things are also slowed down by construction. We’ve all been stuck in a traffic jam caused by construction. The whole system slows down when thousands of cars slam on their breaks from even a small lane change. Now, go with this for just […]
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Your health can be substantially impacted by falling down and as you age, this is especially relevant. That’s why more fully understanding the possible causes of falls is so essential. This type of awareness can help you avoid scenarios where you’re more likely to trip and sustain an injury. Researchers have learned, for example, that […]
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Inflammation of your sinuses can make you absolutely miserable. If your situation is minor, you will have a runny nose and some sneezing. But for many people, it’s the intense sinus-pressure-driven headaches that make sinus infections, also known as sinusitis, so unbearable. What Then is Balloon Sinuplsty? Balloon sinuplasty, also called balloon catheter dilation therapy, […]
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Nosebleeds are usually nothing more than a nuisance, especially frustrating because they can happen anytime and anywhere. It can be more than a bit uncomfortable when a nose bleed occurs in a situation like a first date or family dinner. These sporadic nosebleeds normally don’t last long and stop even faster when pressure is applied. […]
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Many of us have gone through the discomfort of painful swallowing at some point. Remember when our mothers used to blame that on swallowing something down the “wrong pipe”? As adults, we want a more comprehensive understanding of why this occurs. Does it occur once and then resolve, or does it linger? This exploration delves […]
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For weeks you’ve been sneezing and coping with a stuffy nose. Because of the persistent pressure in your nose, it’s hard to get any sleep, and you’re feeling exhausted (as well as a bit cranky). You know it’s not a cold, as that would have gone away days ago. That leaves a few other possibilities […]
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For years we have been told that reading, playing logic games, doing puzzles, and being active in society will help keep our brains healthy. It turns out that now being an active listener may also help. There is increasing evidence that there may be a link between Dementia and untreated hearing loss. Not that the […]
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Can medications cause me to lose my hearing? The quick and easy answer is yes. But not every medication can. We have all seen the listed side effects on the paperwork when we pick up a prescription. These documents list the most common or severe side effects. The majority of medications are not harmful to […]
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Most people will easily schedule an annual physical, have yearly eye exams, see a dentist twice a year, and even perform routine maintenance on their car. But how often does someone schedule a routine hearing test? Do you remember the last time you had your hearing tested? Undiagnosed hearing loss can lead to other issues […]
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According to the American Diabetes Association, there are more than 34 million people in the U.S. who have diabetes. The number of people with diabetes is increasing in the U.S. Complications from diabetes can result in kidney issues, vision issues, amputations, heart failure and stroke. It can also result in hearing loss. Diabetes is a […]
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